Kelly’s career hangs in balance

Cronulla Sharks five-eighth Albert Kelly is in danger of having his contract torn up after being arrested by police in Port Macquarie last Friday.

The livewire Sharks pivot, who was in line to partner new recruit Todd Carney in the halves at the Shire next season, was charged with resisting arrest, offensive language and failing to comply with a move-on order.

The promising playmaker experienced a frustrating season in 2011 after breaking his leg in round seven and landing in trouble with Miranda police for an off-field incident at Northies hotel in June. Kelly, who is signed with the Sharks until the end of 2014, will be called to account by coach Shane Flanagan and football manager Darren Mooney.